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- FOR NEKT |Job*?*Ft»intiog cxuu XT I THE OFFICE. CITV PRICES. VOL. XIV. WAYCROSS. GEORGIA, S&E&IDAY. DECEMBER 10.1892. <9 NO. 2 . GREAT SALE. PRICES. J. 1, NORTON, THE BUSY STORE IMPLANT AVE., Is Offering Special Inducements to Buyers!! IN ORDER-TO CLOSE OUT QUR PRESENT STOCK OF »i »><, . Albatross, 40 in. at 45c. per yard High Colors in Bedford Cord, 38-in., 45c Best Quality Silk Warp Henrietta, 46-in at 98c. per yard. Dress Flannel, 42-111. 45c, per yard Spool Cotton, 45c per dor.cn Ladies’ Fast Black Hose, Herudoff’s Dye, 27c per pair. Fruit of the Loom Bleaching 4-4, at Sc Fine Quality Cambrics, at ~yic Yard Wide White Flannel, (best), at 44c 104 Sheeting, superior quality, at 25c Ladies' All-wool Undervests, at 99c Dress Ginghams, at 6 i-ac to Sc Standard Prints at 4 i-2c Lambs’ Wool Blankets, at $6.35 a pair Bclding’s 100-yd Spool Silk, at Sc. A Complete Line of Black Dress Goods at cost. v S -s . N.'N . >. N vrS. COMMENCING To-day, loth. IIP! Ml Jiofions, Fumistiing Ms, Ms, Ms, Etc., TO MAKE ROOM FOR MORE NEW GOODS, FOR THE NEXT THIRTY DHYS Will Sell at Cost ! Now is The Time. For Bargains! You will save money by calling and purchasing your goods of us, as we are determined to sell them at exactly what they cost. IT WILL PAY YOU TO GET THERE EARLY SO AS TO AVOID THE GREAT RUSH THROUGH THE DAY ! Orders.by Mail promptly Filled. REMEMBER : Our Immense Stock at Cost for 30 Days. J. V. Norton, Plant Avenue, Waycross, Ga. I SEE THE NEXT COLUMNS FOR PRICES. GREAT SALE. PRICES. Check Homespun Men’s Wool Pants, Good, Best Quality Feather Ticking Ladies’ Double Width, All-Wool etta at 19c. Silk Velvets, Dress Trimmings Corsets 4-4 Brown Cotton Sheeting 4-4 Sea Island Homespun, Men’s White Laundered Shirts Men’s Wool Hats Men’s Suits Men’s Homespuri'Shirts Men’s Brogans Women’s Cowpen Shoes Ladies’ Dongola Button Boots Men’s Congress Boots Men’s Lace Shoes 300 Trunks at Cost. 1 t CONTINUES FOR Th i rty Day s, ids of n Absolutely Pure A cream of iarter Baking powder. Highest of all in leavening strength.— !Atterf V. iS (iocrnoaen^^tnf Report. Koynl Hulun* ;.p»uder Vo. lOtt Wall Street* - - New York. $300 Will be III Ten For any case of rhcomatisur which not lie cureil hr Dr. I>rui ning Remedy.’ The pro hide this offer, but print _ _ ail their circulars, wrappers, printed matter and through the column* of news paper* crerywheifc. It will work won- tier*—one bottle'curing nearly every case. If the druggist ha* not got it, he will order or it will be sent to any address by Pteyawiexpre** on receipt of price, #.». 'Drummond .Medicine Co. IS- {*0 Maiden Lane, New York. Agents wanted. The Message of President Harrison has Been Seat to Congress. IIIK TALK ABOUT THE TARIFF. ! A U.(lliy Dotnmtnl of About 1S.OOO Wont* awl Errry Matter of Public Inter**! la Fully Dlwuurd. j The following i* a summary of text | and furnishes a clear conception of the * position of the president upon the j various subjects and discussions, j Upon the tariff and election laws he maintains his positions heretofore taken, and believes that public opinion will yet bear him out in these, and other ques tions of policy. In epenining his com munication he says: To the Senate and House of Representa tives: In submitting my annual message to congress 1 have great sat isllction in being able to say that the general condit affecting tbs commercial and industi interest* of the United States are in greatest degree favorable. A com par L of the most fdvored period in tbs hist of tbs country will, I believe, show t so high a degree of prosperity, end so a eral a difference of the comforts of never before enjoyed by our ' the < The total wealth of t i country IT! THE & ONLY TRUE .IRON TONIC UDIESs^MSi PtHAITR* MENCW! CO., It. Dan Me* The total mileage of railways in I United State* la 1*» was 39.rt26; in 189 i was 167,741: an increase of 44S per ct ! and it is estimated that there will ’ about four thousand miles of track ad' ! by tbs close of the year iJUi. Tiie offii ! returns of the eleventh census and tfa ' of the tenth census for seventy-five It : log Cities furnish the basis for the foil 1 iag co<nparisou»: In 18$J the capital vested iu matufac:uriug was #1.242.1: • 670. Iu lSW the capiudlnvested in ni ! factoring wa» #2*fe>J. 735,884. In 1880 j uumlter of employes was 1,321,388. I 19UJ the uumlter of employes was ' 18k iu 188J the wages earned were #2 963.778. Iu 1«M the wages earned v #1,221.170.451. In IKS) tt»e valu- of product was *2.77L&79.Xt.». In 18>» value of tlie product was 64.8Gi.2S3; 837 The message goes into every diffei detail showing the increase in the m her of wage earners and the mo paid. It also shows the increase in number of factories of all kinds 1 have been built. Of the . cotton u the president says: Of the forty cotton mills twenty- have been built in the Southern at* Mr. A. H. Shepperson. of the New Y cotton;Kxchaiitfs.estimat.*» the numbe working spindle* in tbs Uuited States, Seprvmoerl. 1K12. at 1V2 m.uuj. an inen ofav.UMorer the year 1891. The < 1 kommLw W >«wiiU) **e Am.ripkn mill . s 2.WM.0J0 bales, ana in iso. 8.&M,- 000 bales, an increase of J88,0 JO bales from the v r 1891. Kxports anil Imports. The total valua of our foreign trade (ex ports aud imports of merchandise) during the last Jlsal year w«* #1,839,683.010, an in- 04 over the previous creiiHo of ilia, 283.1 tlscal year. The value of oar exports during the fis cal year 1892 reached tiie highest figure in the history of the goverununt, amounting to *1,1100.278,148, exceeding by #143,797,338 the exports of 1891 nll d exceeding the imports by *812,875.688. Another indication of the prosperity of the couotre is found in the fact that the number of depositors in savings bmks in creased from 898,870 in 188). to 4,238,823 in 189», an increase of 513 per cent. There neTer has been a time in oar history when work was *j abundant or wages ware as high; whether measured by the currency in which they are paid or by their powers to supply the necessaries sud comforts of of life. It is true that the marxet prices of cotton and wheat have been low. It Is one of the unfavorable incidents of agricul ture that the farmer cannot proiuce upon qrders. He must sow and reap iu ignor ance of the aggregate production of the year, and is peculiarly thoughtless to tho depreciation which follows over-produc tion. The valus of our total farm pro ducts has increased f 1,383.043,906in 18Q0fo *4,30a.ouu,uuo in 1891. as estimated by sta- rpsr. L their state or prices, 1 adequate, nber that as highly ricnltnrist returns of an farmer, heir wages isn thirty iimsut ‘for tl wealth. re to our (hat would supply a home st and enjoy- ther hoi 1 structed solely with reference that no duty u to be higher 1 increasa will keep open an American mill keep up the wages of an American .. .rkman, but that in avery case such a rate of duty is to be imposed as will bring “ ‘ United 1 bope- 1 «-lti- vhom lion must workman, but rate of duty is t ... to the treasury of tho United States the largest returns of revenue. The constitution has not been between schedules but between tbs principles and it would be offensive to suggest that the ivailing party will not carry into legis- ths principles advocate ’* prsri latioi nuai interest cnargefi 1,084,409. There j nineteen unnng ms aunnnuiirauon or has been paid out In pensions by tho ! Wa department. He said that during present administration to November 1, i *h® current \ ear ten war vessels and 1892, #432,564.178, an excess of #114,- ; three navy tugs luul been launched, and 400.386 over the sum expended during during the four year* twenty-five ves- tlie period from March 1, 1883, to March will have been launched. Two 1,1890. Under the existing tariff law, i other largo ships and a torpedo boat the message says, #03.000,000 ha* gone | are under contract, and the work upon into the pocket* of the people which t them will advance rapidly, and the four would havo otherwise gone into the nninitoraawaiting only the arriral of their armor, which was unexpectedly would have otherwise gone into the treasury. The revenues for the fiscal year end ing June 30, 1892, from all sources, were #425,868,200.22. and the expendi- turea for all purpose* were #41.3,950,- moters inadequate and justified only by the fact that the senate and the house of representatives were not in accord, and that a general revision could not therefore be undertaken, and I recommended that the whole subject of tariff revision be left to the incoming congress. It- is a matter of regret that this work must be delayed uncertainty that a timated, of burin*** interim t easily e suit. It is possible alto' that this uncer tainty may result iu dec * from customs duties, for . merchants j will make cautious orders for foreign good* in view of the prospect of tariff re- 1 auctions and tbs uncertainty as to when they will take effect. Those who have advocated a protective tariff can well ‘ afford to have their disastrous forecasts of ; a change of policy disappointed. The friends of the protective system, with undiminished confidence in the prin ciples they have advocated, will await the results of the new experiment. Oar Neighbors ami Ourselves. Following hi* deliverance; oa the the tariff the president expresses great gratification at the present amicable relation* existing between the United State* and foreign countries. The complicated and threatening dif ference* with Germany and England in relating to Samoan affair*: with England in relation to the seal fisher? ana in the Behring sea. and with Chili growing out of the Baltimore .affair, nave been adjusted. The message then goes into minor trouble* with small principalities, the delayed, or they would liaveli Secretary Tracy -and refers with pride to the fact that the United States is once more a “naval power.” The adop tion of a torpedo and the discovery of smokeless powder has worked wonders in the new navy. A BardtUMM Butfavu. The work of the interior department is always very burdensome, and has been larger than ever before during the administration of Secretary Noble. The disability pension law, the taking of the eleventh census, the opening of vast areas of Indian lands to settlement, the ' (ation of Oklahoma and the regn- for the cession. Indian lands furnish some of the particulars of the increased work, and the results achiev ed testify to the ability, fidelity and industry of the head of the department and his efficient assistants. The presi dent seconds the endorsement of the secretary of the interior to ratify the Italy and Germany. . - The message commends the Nicara gua canal. Matters relating to the pres ent International Monetary Conference| ore discussed at this point. . The president says: “The- free coin age of silver upon an agreed interna tional ratio would greatly promote the : interests of our people and equally those 1 of other nations.** Dealing wl:h the Departments. The report of the secretary of the i rk« nn.nnt Treasure here fellows. It shows that • mbs SfVro- the public debt has been reduced since 5 £e£u March 4. 1389. *239.074. 200. and the an- the public debt #40,570,407.93. On receipts from custom* duties fell off #43,069,241.06. while oar receipts from international revenue increased #8,284,323.13. leaving the net loss of revenue from these principal sources #33,784.417.63. The net loss of revenue from all sources was #33,67.3,993.81. The revenues, estimated and actual for the fiscal year ending June. 90. 1893, are placed by the secretary at #463,336,- 350.44, and the expenditures #461,338.- 350.44, showing a surplus of receipts over expenditure of #3,000,000. The cash balance in the treasury at the end of the fiscal year, it is estimated, will be#20,902,378.08. These estimates are based upon a con tinuance of the present laws. Oar Cos t The president refers only briefly to , the report of the secretary of war. show ing the importance of establishing stra tegic posts, and a complete reorganiza tion of the infantry and artillery branches of the service, also the con struction of heavy guns and coast de fenses. He refers briefly to the report of the attorney general, extending to him great praise for his zeal and intelli gence displayed in office. Tho president prr.ise* very highly the report of the postmaster general. Tho postal revenues have increased daring the last year nearly #3,000,000. The de ficit for the year ending Jane 30. 1892, j eeasion is #848.341, less than the deficiency of j <1®**®- thepreceding year. The pensions for this year were #144,- There have been added 1,500 new mail W6.000. That amount was appropri- roates daring the year, with mileage of ! *ted and a deficiency amounting to #10,- 833 miles: and the total number of miles \ 308,621 most be provided for by con- of mail trips added during the year is ! gress. The estimate for the year eod- nearly seventeen millions. IngJune 80th, 1894. will be 165,000,000. The president refers very favorably The commissioner of pension* believes to a law making American ships of I that if the present legislation and commerce float the American flag and 1 methods are maintained and farther administration or , anouia oe maae to prevent cooler* goiu- ' ing a foothold in this country next spring. He also urge# restricted immi gration, especially for the present. He refers in term* of praise to the work already doue on the World's Fair. He next (leal* with matters pertaining to the District of Columbia. He recom mends that • congress take some action for the protection of railway employes in coupling and braking of cars. The civil service commission ask for an in creased appropriation for needed clerical assistance, which he think* should be given. Oar Treaty Relations. The president announce* that recip rocal trade relations have been estab lished with Guatemala Salvador, the German Empire, Great Britain. Nica- rangna, Honduras and Austria-Hungary since his last message to congress, and in this connection refers to the increase agreement made with the Cherokee*. The form of government provided by congress on May T7, 1884, for Alaska was in its frame and purpoee, tern- mining it imperative that the law should lie re vised, better provisions made for the arrest and punishment of criminals. He is pleased with the conduct of the land office, the court nf general claims. and the Indian bureau. The appropri ation for snbsistance of the Chevene and Arrapahoe Indians made at the* last n or congress he said was inade- be commanded by American citizens. Progress la tho Nary. The report of the secretary of the navy exhibits great progress in the con struction of the new navy. When the present secretary entered, upon his dntier only three modern steel vessels were in commission. The ▼ easel* since put in (mission additions to the penson laws are not made the maximum expenditure for pensions will be reached June 3». 1894, and will beat the highest premium. Aa POlrlcat Department. The president praises the efficiency of the department of agriculture, and give* facts and figures why it should be sns- He then * commission and to be put incommission tained. He then deals at length with during th? winter will moke a total of quarantine inspection* and regulation*. and sav* that a liberal aonrooriatioa t to this coon try th, tariff bill; placing amount at #74,294,525. He renders a statement showing efforts that have been made to establish similar close relations with Canada, which efforts, so for, have been unsuccessful. The closing paragraphs of his message are devoted to the election laws and negro lynching* in tha south. assays: la my last aaaual ms—sga 1 endeavored te ievoke serious attention to the evils of an unfair apportion meats for congress. I cannot close this message without sgsiu calling attention to these grave and threatening evils. I had hoped that it vlts possible to secure a non-partisan in quiry by means of a commission iutoeviU. the existence of which is known to oil and that out of this might grow legislation from which all thought of partwlau ad vantage should be eliminated and only th* higher thought appear of maintainiutf the freedom and purity of ballot, and the equal it r of the elector, without the guar anty of which the goverutneatcouM never have been formed, and without the con tinuance of which it cannot continue to exist in peace and prosperity. It Is time that mutual charge* of un fairness and fraud between the two great parties should cease and that the sincerity of tboee who profess a desire for pure aud honest elections should bo brought t » the test of their wiUiaxn**v to free our legis lation and our election methods from everything that tends to impvir tbs pub lic confldsnce in tbs announced result. The necessity for an inquire and for legis lotion by congress upon this snbjsct iss«u- phasised by tho fact that th* tendency of tho legislation in some states in recent yearebos been in some important portteu (are carried away from and not toward free and fair election* aud equal appor tionment. . .. .. It Is now time that ws should come tor gethsr upon the big plan* of pat riotism, while w* devise methods that shall secure the right of every man qualified by law to cast a fee ballot and give to saw such ballot an et^ual vain* .1* , ®hoslng policy * nut. -- The freausnt lvncbinsf of cob